August weather forecast
Mayos Woods, VA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Mayos Woods, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and an average low of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Temperature

At the start of August, Mayos Woods's average high-temperature reaches a still hot 88.3°F (31.3°C), subtly different from the preceding month. In the month of August, Mayos Woods experiences an average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 102.2°F (39°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Mayos Woods is 71%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Mayos Woods. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of August in Mayos Woods, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Mayos Woods in August?

August temperatures in Mayos Woods, Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and a low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Mayos Woods?

The average relative humidity in August in Mayos Woods is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Mayos Woods?

The month with the most rainfall in Mayos Woods is August, when the rain falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Mayos Woods?

In Mayos Woods, Virginia, in August, during 15.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Mayos Woods?

May through October are months without snowfall in Mayos Woods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Mayos Woods?

In Mayos Woods, Virginia, the average day length in August is 13h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mayos Woods?

On the first day of August in Mayos Woods, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 8:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:41 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Mayos Woods?

In Mayos Woods, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Mayos Woods?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Mayos Woods is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average temperature in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average high temperature in August: 88.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average pressure in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average wind speed in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average humidity in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average rainfall in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average rainfall days in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average snowfall in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average snowfall days in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average sunshine days in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average UV index in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average cloud cover in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in August
Mayos Woods, VA

Average visibility in August - Mayos Woods, VA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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